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a1irainia free gress.
WIT and HUlTOR.

Tramp-Please mum, don't shut the
door: I'm utterly. destitute. Lady OF the
house Ckindly)-What do you want >
Tramp-Anything You please to give,
mum. leave it to your generosity,
Lady Cswcetly -Come in, and III tell
the stable boy To give YOU bath.
81 see YOU fry your beetsteak,' remark
dthe tramp with his mouth full. "Ies,
said the woman shortly, how would you
have it cooked. Roasted ?" NO, GER
tainlv not. Broiled, madame, broiled.
Imav be a tramp, he added plaintively,
''but I'm uo ostrich"
Won't do.-Mrs. Mmks-If there is 50
much trouble getting honest officials, why
not have recourse to palmistry: Mr.
NTnks-Palmi-,rv. "Why, yes. The
palmi>ts claim ,bat they can distinguish
the hand, OF chief al the inst glance.
"No use politicians never show their
hauds until after election
An officer was discussing war matters,
and remarked: you know your duty
here. do vou -entiuelT" y e., sir. D" Well,
row. suppose they should open ON you
with she'll and mu-ketry, what would You
do" ~Form lime, sir. What one
man form lreT" YES, sir; form a
bee line for camp sir
"What /, the matter, Johnny asked
Texas widower of his little son. You
are not acting right, father You arc
not acting as as father should. "Iou
have secrets" "What have l done,
johnny you have engaged yourself
to Mis- Jones, without consulting me. l
had already picked ont wife for YOU,
but as You make your bed 50 YOU must
lie in it, All can say is that way
ward father is apt to make bad hus-
band"
A suburban gentleman tells this, apro-
pos Of the chestnut: Hewas sitting in his
library the other day, eating some chest
nuts, when a book agent was ushered in.
The ghb-tougucd canvasser opened his
book, and as he was rafting on at rapid
rate the gentleman, to show his hospitali-
ty. pushed the dish of nuts to him, with
the remark 20 help himself To his great
astonishment-tor he was unmindtul Of
the Interpretation that might be placed
upon the act-the agent stopped, gather
ed up his books, and shot from the door,
only saving That's an awful mean way
to tell man to shut up.
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ST. MI HOLAS
For 1SS6-S7.

Stories by Louisa NJ. Alcott and Frank Il.
Stockton. several by each author. Short
Serial Story by Mrs Burnett, whose charming
" Little Lord Fauntleroy" has been q great
feature in the past year of ST. NICHOLAS.
Gen. Badeau, chief-of-staif, biographer, and
confidential friend of General Grant and one
of the ablest and most popular of living mill
tary writers, will contribute a number of pa
pers describins in clear and vivid style s0meoi
the leading battles of the civil war. They Will
be panoramic descriptions of single contests OF
short campaigns, presenting sort of literary
gallery Of the grand and heroic con-
tests in which the parents of many boy and
girl of to-day took part.
The Serial Stories include Juan and Juan
tia. an admirably written story of Mexican
life, by Frances Courtenay Baylor, author OF
"On Both Sides; also, " Jenny's Boarding
House" by James Otis, a story of life in a
great city.
Short Articles instructive and entertaining,
will abound Among these are: "How Great
Panorama is Made, by Theodore r. Davis,
with profuse illustrations; Winning Com
mission" Naval Academy, and Recollections
of the Naval Academy; Boring for Oil and
Among the Gas-wells," with number OF
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Tales TO his Grandchildren recounted by
Brander Matthews: Historic Girls, by i. ;.
Brooks Also interesting contributions from
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Grace DEMO Litchfeld Rose Hawthorne La
throp, Mrs 5. NJ. B. Platt, Mary Mapes Dodge,
and many others, etc, etc.
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Non - 1856
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1885 Drug Trade 1895
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DEALERS in Drugs, Chemicals, Paints Oils
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Our Book and Stationery department Ia,
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A full line of Tobacco, Segars, and Smoking
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for John Lucas IL Cos Liquid Pants-ahy
quantity of all colors from / h. to gal. cans
always in stock.
January 4, 1885.
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No. 3 has Pullman Buffet Sleeper New York
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noke: also Pullman Buffet Sleeper from Wash.
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No. makes close connection at Wayncsboro'
Junction with C.. & O. h. X. West bound
trains.
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without change) via Roanoke, iIagerstown
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100 pounds of baggage checked free TO each
whole ticket. 1000 mile tickeu $500 J9
mile tickets $500.
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c. NJ. FUrrERER Superintendent.
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Jferssn Steam Saw Mill,
Gharlestown, Vest Va.
JOHN MCKNIGHT,
PROPRIETOR.
HICKORY, WALNUT,
" The Ideal Magazine"

for young people is what the papers call ST.;
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CONNECTIONS.

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Dias,iOH6 Dy s.

A the Spring advances we call attention tC
"A a full stock Of Diamond Dyes, and guar
antee them TO color Ribbons, Dresses, Hats
Feathers aud Cotton Goods.
GEO. r. LIGHT,
Druggist, Next Door 10 Post Office.
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DieEl &c Bro.
MANUFACTURES or
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propmt attention to all work entrusted t0them.
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1857.
HGrper'S Young People.
ANILLUSTRATED WEEKLY.

Harpcr's Young People has been called the
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datiOn is amply sustained by the large clrcu-
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Courier.
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BROOKLYN Union.
1t is wonderful in its wealth of pictures, in
formation and interest.-Ch riaiq" Adrocdte,
Ny.
TERMS: Postage Prepaid, $500 a Year
VOL VII commences Norember ,, 1886.
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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

Jersey CLOTH for sacks, wrappers ana
~ children's cloaks for sale by
GEO. W T. KEARSLEY.
DURE GUM have in stock Pure Gum
L Boots and Overcoats for men. The cheap
est and most satisfactory article for the consul
mer. GEO. w. T. KEARSLEH.
NEW STOCK Of Ladies Gossamer Cloaks
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cciyed by GEO. W. I. kEARSLE1.
HOMEMADE FLANNELS. white and gray
IL also heavy cloth for sale by
NOV. 4. 1856. GEO. W. T. KEARSLEY.
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Barber Shop.

THE Barber Shop one door West OF Carter
House has been refitted andhandsOmeiy
furnished with improved Chairs, DC, and will
be conducted by Samuel Brown. Customers
are assured of cleanliness in all the appoint
ments, and comfortable, prompt and courteous
attention. SAMUEL BROWN,
Ar,..rlar 1871
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Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

- M SERIES

which has been followed with unhagging inter
ct by q great audience viii occupy less space
during the coming year. Gettysburg will bc
described by Gen. Hunt Chief of the Union
Artillery. Cen. Lon->trect. Gen. +. NJ Law.
and others. Chickamauea. by Gen. ID. II. Hill;
sherman March to chs Sea. by Generals How
ard and >.0cum. Generals q. \. Gilmore, W.
+. smith John Gibbon. Horace Porter and
John s. Mos1y win describe special battles and
incidents Stories OF naval engagements, priS-
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
SPECIAL FEATURES

with Illustrations include "a series OF articles
on affairs in Russia and Siberia, by George
KEENAN,. author of Tent Liiein Siberia, who
has Just returned from a most evcnttul visit 90
Siberian prisons papers ON the Food Question,
with reference to It's bearing ON the Labor Pro-
blcm Men and Women of Queen Anne
Reign. by Mrs Oiphlnt Clairyoyauce Spirit
ualism. A-tr0l1ey etc., by the Rev. J. NJ Buck
ley. ID d. astronomical papers articles throw
ina. 1irIr orr U-I1a history ef.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

DAINTS, Oils, Varnishes, Window Glass,
/ Putty, Paint Brushes DC. We have large
stock of these goods on hand TO which we call
the attention Of the people. Lewis pure Lead,
pure Linseed Oil aud Lucas celebrated Pre-
pared Paints ready to apply, in all colors in
cans from one pound to one gallon. We have
all colors either dry or in oil Examine our
stock before purchasing elsewhere.
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.LEPROSY

and consequently ncurabc. It is impossible to de-
scribe her suIcyings. Her body from the crown OF
her head Co the sos Of her feet was mass Of decay,
masses OF csh roting OF and leaving great cavities.
Her fingers cstcrcd and three four nails dropped
of at one time Her limbs contracted by the fearful
liberation and for several years she did not leave
her bed Her weight reduced from rs 10 Gu lbs.
Perhaps some faint idea Of her condition can be
CLEANED from the fact that three pounds % Cosmo-
line OF ointment were used per week IN dressing her
sores Finally the physicians Acknowledged their
defeat by this Black Wolf. and commended the SUI
ferer 90 her all-wise Creator.
Her husband hearing wonderful reports OF the use
OF SwIFT's SPECIFIC Is. 5. s. prevailed on her 10
try 10 as last resort She began its under pro-
test but soon found that her system was being re-
heycd OF the poison. as the sores assumed red and
healthy color. as though the blood was becoming
pure and active. Mrs Bailey continued the ). 5. ;.
until last February; every sore was healed she dis
cardcd chair and crutches, and was FOR the first time
in twelve years a well woman. Her husband, Mr.
C. A Bailey is In business at IN Blackstone Street
Boston and will take pleasure in giving the details
Of this wonderful cure Send 70 Us Tor Treatise on
Blood and skin Diseases mailed free.
TIE SWIFT SPECIFIC Co., Drawer 8, Atlanta. Ga
Dec @, 1856
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Boot and Shoe Making
GENERAL INSURANCE AGENCY
OF
B.F.LEISENRING
CHARLEsToWN, W. VA.

NIl-AhII"oI 70 ~ ~ -
Insure against fire in the following iirst-class
companies:
The Lancashire Insurance Company, of Lon
don. England. Assets, 81, 5l3, 22S.O2.
The German Insurance Company, Freeport,
Illinois. Assets, 81 ,S4S, 495.0S
The Reading Fire Insurance Company, Pa.
100000
The Mutual Life Insurance Company, Of
New York
The Fidelity and Casualty Company, of
New York
The National Life and Maturity Association,
of Washington, d. c., 1915 ST., Northwest.
May 6, 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
Chair Seats Gained.

MRs.JN. WHITTINGTON is prepared to
VI Repair Cane Seat Chairs at short notice
and upon easy terms, at her home in the
Southern suburbs of Charlestown, on Bloom
cry turnpike.
September %, 1882.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
REPAIR WORK A SPECIALITY.
JEFFERSON WOOLEN MILL,
Formerly Porter's Factory.

Under the above mentioned name the old
"Portcr's Factory which in days gone by en-
loved almost a national reputation for excel
lent manufactures, will be operated by the I'M
designed. Necessary repairs have been made
and improved machinery introduced, and it is
our expectation to maintain the reputation OF
the mill and to meet the demand of the public
for frst-class goods.
The Highest Market Price will be paid for
Wool delivered at the Mill or at such points as
may be designated
Orders for Cloths, Yarns, &c, will receive
prompt attention.
Respectfully,
J.J. JOBE & co.
Post Onice-Ripon, Jefferson County W. Va
J. J. Jobe & Bro. will continue TO operate the
Mill at Brucetown, Frederick County, Virginia,
and will pay the top market price orWool de-
livered there.
April, 10, 1888.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

Two hundred and nifty o,ercoats for men
bows and children viii DE sold at half price
in the next sixty days. Come and be con-
WINGED.
WM. KAHN * Co.. Sadler Building.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
MSS .E.MELLEHECKS

IL As taken the store room on Main street, in
II building occupied by the Misses Ware
where she will do DRESS MAKING and FAM
lily SEWING in good style and at reasonable
charges She will be pleased to have the pat
ronage of the ladies of the town and vicinity,
and will strive 20 render satisfaction.
She has also a stock of Dress Trimmings and
Notions 20 which she invites the attention OF
the ladies.
June 10 1856.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
SCHOOL BOOKS And SUPPLIES.

WE have in stock and will keep during the
w year, full stock of School Books and
School supplies, such as Copy Books, States,
Hemp SatchelS. Leather Bags and everything
pertaining 20 the School Suudries business.
We shall have at all times a full line of tho
books used in the Public Schools to sell at the
State Contract price for the Cash. Any books
not i'm stock furnished in q few days.
Sept 8. 1850. AISQUITH & co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
Fish

GLJT. Branch and AN Roe Potomac Her
u ring and Boued Shad for sale by the Bar
rel. Half Barrel orr Dozen
June A. So G.. ". +. KEARSLEY.
MOULD inform the public that every Pre-
w scriptiou that comes tn my store is pre-
pared bv me individually. Persons can find
me 40 night at the room over the old sheriff :
Office Jail Building Respectfully.
JulvI6. ISL. GEO r. LIGHT
CANNED COGN. Tomatoes Peaches, Pine
y Apple and Lima Beans Also New llom-
inv and Pruue. 90 e. ID. EBN'S.
ERESU MUSHROOMS. Ginger Snaps and
Il Pretzei, at EBl $ Grocery.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
NOVELS AND STORIES.

The Hundredth Man" a novel by Frank
GER" etc.. begins iu November. Two novel
cites by George vs.. Cable stories by Mary Hal
lock Foote. Uncle RemuS, Julian Haw-
thorne Edward EgglcStou. and other prOmi-
nent American author, viii De printed during
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

NO>~NA tribe with any Throat or
OON - Lung Disease. II you have
a Cough OF Cold, or the children are
threatened with Croupor Whooping Cough,
use Acker's English Remedy and prevent
further trouble Il is a positive cure,
ard we guarantee it. Price 10 and Soc
GEO T. LIGHT.
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IL Certain Care for COtGrrh.
A superb FLESH Producer and TONIC.

GUINNS PIONEER BLOOD REVIEWER.
Cures all Blood and skin Diseases, Rheuma-
tism. Scrofiila Old Sores. 4 perfect Spring
Medicine
If not in your market 10 will be forwarded
on receipt of price, Small bottles Sl.0O large
$l.75.
-, nil ,.,,l sl-;,, u;se,.,,s ,,,o lad free
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LANDRETH's SEEDS.

WE have Just opened fresh stock Of Lam
w dreth's Seeds Now and during the ell
tire season We will be prepared to furnish our
customers and the public everything they may
want in this line al the most reasonable prices.
Feb 5 So. AISQUITH q co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

I HEREBY notify the good People Charles,
town and the Public, also, that all Will ma
it to their advantage TO look at my goods De-
fore purchasing abroad | have on hand fine
lot Of samples from some of the leading houses
of New York q Philadelphia. All garments
madein the latest style aud in workmanlike
manner. l will say with confidence that all
orders for garments will be filled to the entire
satisfaction of whoever may favor me with a
call
ED-C Cutting made Speciality.
Respectfully, ,,,,,,
ELIAS Z. R0HRER.
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TRAINS GOING NORTH.

Arrive Washington PMll q PM 10.
b. d O. II. X.
Baltimore AMl2 % PM 10
B.& o. X. X.
Baltimore
w. NJ. II. X. P.M.3 Az
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
Dress-.NGhing
AND FAMILY SEWING.

rTHE undersigned will do Dress-Making and
| Family Sewing upon reasonable terms at
her residence next door TO Mr.. Burton's on
Lawrence street. i share Of patronage solicit
ted MRS MARY ROBERTSON.
April :, 1856.
DR. Seth ArnoId's Cough Killer-a sure,
~ quick and Safe remedy. Large stock, IS
cents per bottle.
August 20, 1855 AISQUITH x co.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
.M.F.V'TU.E-.H.EKEN'G
AND FAMILY SEWING.

AND FAMILY SEWING.
Mrs. BETTE SLAGLE and Mrs ELIZA
vi BENNER will DO an kinds of Dress Max
ing and Family Sewing promptly and at prices
to suit the hard times. Residence corner Of
West and North street.
July :. lco6.
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
JOHNSON 9 z! Hzgsog.
Carpenters and HOUSE BUILDERS.
Cf,rio.-,,,.,, TofY,.--.,,, C,.,rt,. " Vo
Charles,own, Jefferson County, W. Va.

TTUE undersigned have entered into a Co.
L Partnership for the purpose of executing
all work In their line. We are not without ex-
perience, and hope to give entire satisfaction
to AN who may entrust their work to Us and
promise prompt execution and reasonable
charges. JNO. 0. JOHNSON,
THOS. b. HENSON.
June g. lSS6
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20

Leave Hagerstown, pm 10 80 Pm II ~
Arrive Harrisburg, AMI 90 P.M.3 80
c. V. II. X.
Philadelphia, PING %
p. X. X. ANA %
New York AN 30 P.M.9 30
Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1887-01-20
Ii. ~ o. IL. Il.
Time Table in Effect November :, 1856.
NORTH BOUND TRAINS.
SOUTH BOUND TRAINS.

The above trains daily except Sunday
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1887-11-24

A rich vein of coal has just been
discovered near Willmore, Comanche
county, on the stock ranch of Col.
Peppard. a Coldwater Rerietc re
porter visited the mine last Thursday
morning and said the drill had went
forry-six inches in vein of coal and
was not yet out of it. Before reach
ing coal the drill passed through a
bed of iron eight feet thick. The
coal is only seventy feet below the
surface. This is valuable find; not
only for Comanche county, but for
southwest Kansas. Herald.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1887-11-24
Cheyenne No. %.

Mr.. Brown is laying the foundation
or new farm house.
A party vino left ills vicinity last
fall for Arkansas in grand style, re-
turned here the other day on foot
The Sunday school is increasing,
and the members are making arrange
ments for grand Christmas festival
and concert. Everybody is invited,
and requested TO bring along eatables.
Mr.. j. E. Sourwine, who is visit,
ing with his brother, A. L. Sourwine,
will return shortly for his home in
Ohio. They went out hunting this
week anc bagged quite a number of
geese, ducks and jack rabbits.
QNCEAwEEK.
Barton County democrat. [volume] (Great Bend, Kan.) 1885-1915, 1887-11-24
Great Bend Gun Climb.


a tournament will be held in Bur-
sons pasture on Thanksgiving day
Thursday Nov. 24th. Competition
No. 1-6 live pigeons 80 yards rise.
Entrance fee, 50, open TO all. Com
petition No. 2-6 glass balls Is yards
rise. Entrance fee 81, open to all.
Competition No. 81 live pigeons 80
yards rise. Entrance fee $3.50, open
TO all. Competition No. 40 glass
balls Is yards rise. Entrance fee
$3.50, open to all. Two thirds en-
trance fees to be divided in 3 prizes,
50, 80 and 20 per cent. Competition
No. l and will be shot off in the
forenoon; commencing at 9 o'clock.
No. 3 and in the afternoon; com-
mencing at o'clock. Entries to be
made with the Secretary, w. +.
Coates, or any of the members of the
club. There will also be rifle shoot
ing on the ground all day at live
turkeys.